Many people are still struggling to find work. And the job market is gloomier in some places than others. Money Rates put together their annual list of the worst states to make a living. It's a little depressing, but still worth a look. And on a more positive note, they also list the best states to earn a living.

Money Rates made their analysis by measuring each state's "Compensation and Quality Factor." This is a metric that includes:

Average salary

Cost of living

Employment rate

Workplace conditions

After analyzing the data of each state, here are the ten states in which they say it's hardest to earn a living:

Hawaii

New York

Mississippi

Rhode Island

Connecticut

Alaska

Alabama

Arkansas

New Jersey

South Carolina

The site suggests that, if you're having a hard time finding work in any of these states, you might consider expanding your job search to other parts of the country, if possible. They also offer a list of the best states to make a living:

Washington

Texas

Minnesota

Colorado

Utah

North Dakota

Virginia

Nevada

Oklahoma

Nebraska

Obviously, moving to another state is a huge decision, and one that's not going to be possible for everyone. But if your job search has grown desperate, and/or you're considering a move, these lists might be a helpful reference.